"Vice President, Student Affairs"

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Morehead State University Vice President, Student Affairs The Office of Vice President, Student Affairs at Morehead State University is accepting applications for a full-time position as a Vice President, Student Affairs. The anticipated start date is January 16, 2026; however, this is negotiable. Morehead State University is located in Morehead, KY, a designated Kentucky Trail Town, nestled in the Daniel Boone National Forest, in close proximity to Cave Run Lake. This location provides opportunities for a wide range of outdoor recreation activities. Morehead State University is recognized as one of the top public universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, Morehead State University is relatively close to a number of larger cities including Lexington, KY, Louisville, KY, and Cincinnati, OH. Morehead State University delivers a strong and affordable education for friendly, ambitious students who thrive in a student-focused learning environment defined by small class sizes and faculty committed to teaching and student success. RESPONSIBILITIES: The Vice President for Student Affairs provides executive-level leadership and vision in the administration of a comprehensive range of services, policies and procedures related to student affairs programming, planning and strategically related functions. Reporting directly to the President, the Vice President for Student Affairs serves as a member of the President’s senior leadership team. The Vice President provides strategic and innovative leadership, as well as guidance and oversight of student support, growth and development services, student programming, enrollment management and other programs. The Vice President for Student Affairs participates in all aspects of institution-wide planning in support of the mission and goals of the university, including meeting the needs of a general student population and creating a learning environment where all students have the opportunity to succeed. REQUIREMENTS: Master’s degree from an accredited institution, with at least eight years of increasingly responsible leadership experience in a student affairs division. Four years or more of experience at the level of director or above in an area within the division. Documented experience leading large teams. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Doctorate degree is preferred. SPONSORSHIP: This position is not budgeted for Visa Sponsorship. Morehead State University is a comprehensive, regionally focused university providing high quality instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University has an enrollment of over 9,000 students. Applications may be sent electronically and in confidence to Dr. Caroline Atkins, Director of Human Resources, at c.atkins@moreheadstate.edu. To assure optimal consideration, interested parties are encouraged to submit a cover letter outlining their qualifications and vision, a CV, and the names and contact information for five references by October 29, 2025. No references will be contacted without the candidate’s approval. Review of applications will begin after the close date and continue until the position is filled. Please contact Chris Beckham, the search committee chair, at c.beckham@moreheadstate.edu for questions regarding this position. MSU is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information about this position and how to apply, please visit: https://www.moreheadstate.edu/ about-msu/leadership/vpsa-search